Job Details
Job Location
Newark, OH
Position Type
Contingent
Education Level
2 Year Degree
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Licensed Practical Nurse - Newark, OH
Compensation : starting at $27.00 / hour
Working at NYAP
- Generous Time Off : 22 days of Paid Time Off &11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday's during the summer!
- Health & Wellness : Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family&Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Growth : Ongoing training / education, supervision hours, &student loan repayment program
- And So Much More : 401K and 401K matching, flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, & phone allowance
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse at National Youth Advocate Program provides medical assistance to the persons served including performing physical assessments and treating acute, minor illnesses as needed.
Responsibilities
Perform physical assessments on each client upon arrival and intake.Identify abnormal findings and notify the client's physician or consulting physicians.Assure the need for medical treatment for illnesses and / or injuries are being met.Assure the administration and implementation of physician orders, and when appropriate, educate the appropriate staff on administering medication and / or treatments as needed.Assure all documentation and required record keeping is completed in a timely manner.Assess minor illnesses and administer non-prescription medications per approved Standing Orders Policy.Schedule and coordinate examinations by the consulting physician for each persons served.Assure the program's compliance with Medical Policies and Procedures as well as Standing Orders.Minimum Qualifications
Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with valid licensure.Nursing experience working with adolescents is preferred.Must be able to maintain compliance with attending agency required training programs.Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned.Driving and Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver's licenseReliable personal transportationGood driving recordMinimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000 / $300,000 bodily injury liabilityApply today!
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Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Qualifications
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.